Brace yourselves: Word on the street is that florals are on their way out this spring. I’ll give you a moment to pick yourself up off the floor before we continue.
When @databutmakeitfashion uncovered the data deficit claiming that florals had decreased in popularity by 15% in the last month, I was initially shocked. Surely florals were as important to a spring wardrobe as sandals are to a summer one? At least, this is what I had been lead to believe.
There’s no denying that those first few weeks of spring fill our wardrobes with new-found energy and a desire to don the joy-sparking items that had been packed away for the winter months, with florals usually featuring heavily in this process. While I’d never go as far as to say that floral prints are out, I can understand that they just not be as prevalent in 2024 as they have been for previous springs. As with all fashion items, florals are destined to ebb and flow in popularity, and whilst florals might not ebb as much as other trends, they can’t always be on the up.
Filling the floral void, we’ve spotted four key prints that are are undeniably having a moment right now. Just as playful, fun and vibrant as any floral print, these motifs offer a fresh take on pattern for the spring months.
Embraced by the fashion crowd and trickling on to the high street, scroll on to see the four trending prints trying to give florals a run for their money this spring.
4 FLORAL PRINT ALTERNATIVES TAKING OFF THIS SPRING
1. ANIMAL EVERYTHING
Style Notes: It’s no secret that leopard print is having a moment this season, but I’ve also noted that zebra and snakeskin prints are peaking like never before. With a fresh but timeless energy, fashion people are working in a little bit of animal print into all of their best outfits this spring.
SHOP THE TREND:
Style with a white tee and blue jeans for a fresh spring look.
Be quick. This is destined to sell out shortly.
The Attico
Cheope Snake-Effect Leather Knee Boots
Snake print shoes are one of the chicest trends blossoming right now.
2. FRUIT SALAD FASHION
Style Notes: The chicest way to get your five-a-day. Style on of the playful cherry dresses or opt for a juicy strawberry style to put a spring ’24 twist on your day-to-day styling.
SHOP THE TREND:
Reformation
Pennington Dress
Style with heeled mules or wear with a ballet flat.
Kitri
Sabina Berry Print Shirt Dress
This also comes in an auburn floral print.
Reformation
Avielle Dress
I always come back to Reformation for their beautiful summer dresses.
3. GRAVITATING TO GINGHAM
Style Notes: There’s something about gingham that feel inherently light and summery. Able to bring a fresh wash of colour into an outfit in an easy-to-style way, this print has become a favourite of fashion people as of late. Available in any colour you’d like, this newly trending—yet classic, print is set to be everywhere this spring.
SHOP THE TREND:
Doen
June Gingham Organic Cotton Blouse
This feminine blouse styles well with jeans and cotton skirts.
Nobody’s Child
Black Gingham Starlight Midi Dress
Wear with knee high boots on chilly early-spring days.
Toast
Gingham Linen Patch Pocket Trousers
These comfortable trousers will become a mainstay in your collection.
4. JOYFUL STRIPES
Style Notes: Whilst stripes are another trend that never really go our of style, different variations of the print can rift in and our of favour. This season colourful, vivid strips are the ones to know about. The easiest way to bring a smile to your face on an early morning, the playful trend is a comfortable way to add some colour into your wardrobe.
SHOP THE TREND:
Marni
Cropped Striped Mohair-Blend Cardigan
The perfect lightweight layer for spring.
Polo Ralph Lauren
Patchwork Striped Cotton-Poplin Shirt
Style with denim jeans for an easy weekend outfit.
Stradivarius
Flowing Printed Poplin Trousers
The most comfortable trend to get behind right now.
